We need to find the balance between attacking and controlling the ball. Once we take the lead we should be the ones dictating the game and the pressure should be on the opponent as they are the ones who are trailing, but it never is. We are always the ones under huge pressure and pinned in our own box, and usually every time we touch the ball it is either a panicky clearance or a flash in the pan counter-attack. Given how much we pride ourselves on our 'passing' approach, our passing frequently falls to pieces when under pressure. It's not the way to hang on to leads and as you say, is not pleasurable watching. Welcome to the forum, by the way.
Thank you
I hadn't noticed until you mentioned that, Cahill even has time to try and get back tight again but is clearly pretty intimidated and emasculated by our Rickie.